Which size or configuration labels have geometry for the 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact?

Geometry is listed for 490.0, 520.0, 540.0, 560.0, 580.0, and 610.0.

What are the reach and stack of the 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact in size 560.0?

In size 560.0, reach is 395 mm and stack is 564 mm.

What is the head tube angle of the 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact?

The head tube angle is 73.5 degrees in size 560.0.

Which years of the Specialized Tarmac SL3 are on Quiver?

Quiver has the Specialized Tarmac SL3 for 2012, 2011, and 2010.

2012

2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact

Road

The 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact sits in the middle of the range for road bikes, with a shorter rear center. Reach 386 to 408 mm. The Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact build comes with Shimano Ultegra shifting and Fulcrum Racing 4 wheels.

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Source: specialized.com. Checked Oct 2, 2026.

Key facts

Brand: Specialized
Model: Tarmac SL3
Model year: 2012
Frame: Expert Mid-Compact
Type: Road
Geometry labels: 490.0, 520.0, 540.0, 560.0, 580.0, and 610.0
Drivetrain: Shimano Ultegra
Wheels: Fulcrum Racing 4
Geometry: Some measurements unavailable
Source: specialized.com
Checked: Oct 2, 2026

Geometry by size

Geometry drawing, size 540.0, to scale.

2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact geometry by size
Measurement	490.0	520.0	540.0	560.0	580.0	610.0
Reach(mm)	386	386	387	395	402	408
Stack(mm)	Not available	526	543	564	591	612
Head tube angle(°)	72.25	73	73	73.5	73.5	74
Seat tube angle(°)	75.5	74	73.5	73.25	73	72.5
Chainstay length(mm)	405	405	405	405	407	410
Wheelbase(mm)	970	970	981	989	1007	1019
Standover(mm)	Not available	755	775	795	826	850
Seat tube length(mm)	Not available	490	510	530	550	580
Head tube length(mm)	Not available	120	145	170	205	230

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Stock build

15 parts

Frame

Specialized FACT 10r

Frame

Drivetrain

Shimano Ultegra

ShifterSpeeds 12Actuation type Electronic

Shimano Ultegra

Derailleur

Shimano 105

Cassette

KMC

Chain

FSA SL-K Light

Crankset

FSA SL-K Light

Chainring

Wheels & Tires

Fulcrum Racing 4

Wheelset

Specialized Roubaix Elite Armadillo

Tire

Brakes

Shimano Ultegra

Brake

Cockpit

Specialized Shallow Drop

Handlebar

Specialized CompSet

Stem

Specialized Integrated

Headset

Seatpost & Saddle

Specialized Comp

Seatpost

Specialized Ruby Gel

Saddle

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Quick answers

Which size or configuration labels have geometry for the 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact?: Geometry is listed for 490.0, 520.0, 540.0, 560.0, 580.0, and 610.0.
What are the reach and stack of the 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact in size 560.0?: In size 560.0, reach is 395 mm and stack is 564 mm.
What is the head tube angle of the 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact?: The head tube angle is 73.5 degrees in size 560.0.
What does the 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact ship with?: The stock build includes Specialized FACT 10r, Shimano Ultegra, Fulcrum Racing 4, and Shimano Ultegra.
Which years of the Specialized Tarmac SL3 are on Quiver?: Quiver has the Specialized Tarmac SL3 for 2012, 2011, and 2010.